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Foreclosures Surge in Manhattan in Q4 2011, But Are Down Everywhere Else in NYC
PropertyShark.com, a New York based property search and foreclosure listings website, released its quarterly report covering new scheduled foreclosure auctions in New York City for Q4 2011. Key Report Findings · NYC foreclosures recorded a sharp fall as a consequence of the bank... - January 24, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
Banks and Wisconsin Realtors Turn to Home Staging Franchise to Help Sell Madison Foreclosures
Home staging company, Showhomes of Madison, helps Wisconsin realtors and banks sell Madison foreclosures through providing a live-in home manager and home staging services. - January 21, 2012 - Showhomes Naperville
Specialized Real Estate Firm Focusing on Chinese Market
Rubina Real Estate announced this week their deep interest in bringing overseas investors to invest in Real Estate in Berlin, focusing on Chinese investors. The company offers residential and commercial properties in Germany, specialized in Berlin residential properties. Rubina Real Estate GmbH... - January 21, 2012 - Rubina Real Estate
The Commercial Real Estate Market in New York City Sees $24 Billion in Sales in 2011, Up 32% Y-o-Y
With over $24 billion in sales, the commercial real estate market in New York City saw a sharp recovery in 2011 from its recessionary lows, up 32% over 2010, and up a staggering 193% over 2009, according to an analysis released by PropertyShark. The market had a solid performance throughout the... - January 20, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
Alliance Hospitality Selected to Operate the 156-Suite Comfort Suites Atlanta Downtown Convention Center
Alliance Hospitality, a Raleigh, North Carolina based hospitality management company will operate the Comfort Suites Atlanta Downtown Convention Center in Atlanta, Georgia. - January 20, 2012 - Alliance Hospitality
Kanu Signs Contract Extension with the First Group
Nigerian Star Helps Launch the One Kempinski Abuja - January 20, 2012 - The First Group
Cabo San Lucas Mexico Real Estate Information – Free MLS Access, Market Analysis, Just-Listed Notification
The most comprehensive source for Cabo San Lucas Mexico Real Estate Information including Real Estate Listings, MLS Access, and Free Market Analysis is now available at http://loscabosagents.com. - January 19, 2012 - Century21 Paradise Properties
Robert Serena Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
Buyers and Sellers Benefit from REALTOR® Expertise in Distressed Sales. Robert Serena has earned his SFR (Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource) REALTOR designation/ certification. - January 19, 2012 - The Serena Group
The Serena Group of Keller Williams Realty of Manatee Welcomes a New Agent to the Team
The Serena Group, a team of 7 full time agents serving the Bradenton, Sarasota, Manatee and Sarasota areas of Florida, is pleased to announce the addition of Selling Agent, Scott Marohn to the team. - January 19, 2012 - The Serena Group
Local Realtor Brett Furman is One of the Few in America Successfully Selling Homes for Clients at Higher Market Price
Home sales throughout the state of Pennsylvania are down seven percent and national home sales are still struggling to rebound from the worst economic downturn in 34 years, but a local realtor is one of the few who is not only helping clients sell their homes faster than average, but also at higher... - January 12, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Capital Commercial Real Estate LLC Brokers $1.2M Sale of Norwell, MA Professional Building to Andrew Gordon Insurance Co.
Capital Commercial Real Estate LLC and its Principal George Jamieson recently brokered the sale of a 13,000 SF office and retail building at 306 Washington Street in Norwell, MA. Andrew Gordon Insurance Co. of Norwell MA was the buyer and will relocate its firm from Norwell center to the new location occupying approximately half of the second floor office space. - January 12, 2012 - Capital Commercial Real Estate LLC
Washington, D.C., Atlanta Home Owners Enjoy Twice as Much Living Space as New York City Home Owners
According to an analysis by PropertyShark.com of 20 major U.S. Cities, home owners in Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Austin are enjoying on average the most living space. PropertyShark is a NY-based property search and foreclosure listings website. The average home size in Washington, D.C. is 2,237... - January 10, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
Lucas Fox International Properties Expand Portfolio with New Commercial Property Services
Lucas Fox International Properties today announce the launch of their new Commercial & Investment Property Services and appoint Aimar Valls Ribas as the new department head. - January 09, 2012 - Lucas Fox International Properties
The Jenkins Organization Hires New Chief Operating Officer
The Jenkins Organization announces the hiring of John Manes as COO - January 08, 2012 - The Jenkins Organization
The Jenkins Organization Announces New Storage Facility Near Lake Conroe
Announcing the new management contract of April Forest Boat & RV Storage in Montgomery, TX. - January 08, 2012 - The Jenkins Organization
Guardian Capital Advisors, LLC Releases Podcast on Divorce Planning
Suzanne Barham, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Gives Advice on Ensuring Financial Security Throughout Difficult Process - January 06, 2012 - Guardian Capital Advisors
Local Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Walter Borgen of RE/MAX Signature in Daytona Beach Shores has earned the prestigious Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation, having completed extensive training to understand the different real estate investor types, and the investment opportunities, financing options and... - January 05, 2012 - RE/MAX Signature
BNP Paribas: 3 Bunhill Row, London EC1 Sold in £80 Million Transaction
Henderson Global Investors, on behalf of Warburg - Henderson, has sold the freehold interest in 3 Bunhill Row, London, EC1 to Manafea Holding Co., a Saudi Arabian client of BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management for a price in excess of £80 million reflecting a net initial yield of... - January 04, 2012 - BNP Paribas Real Estate
The Valerie Fitzgerald Group Joins The International MLS Free-to-List Platform
Internationally Known Los Angeles HGTV Personality to Provide Her Property Listings to The IMLS - December 24, 2011 - The International MLS [IMLS]
Manhattan and Queens Reach the Same Level of First Time Foreclosures in November 2011
PropertyShark.com, a New York based property search and foreclosure listings website, released its monthly report covering new scheduled foreclosure auctions in New York City for November 2011. Key Report Findings · NYC first time foreclosures dropped slightly for the sixth consecutive... - December 23, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
The International MLS Adds Better Homes Realty to Its Free-to-List Platform
Internationally Known Better Homes to Provide Their Property Listings to the IMLS - December 23, 2011 - The International MLS [IMLS]
One Hundred Sands, Ltd Accepts Exclusive Gaming License from Fiji Government
In a partnership designed to fuel tourism, job growth, and expand the Fiji brand, the Fijian government has decided to issue an exclusive gaming license to One Hundred Sands Limited. - December 22, 2011 - One Hundred Sands, LTD
Hard Money Bankers Announces the Release of Its First iPhone App
Interactive app allows users to fill out an application and more. - December 16, 2011 - Hard Money Bankers
Mohammed Bouazizi and Health Takaful
TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year Highlight of Abu Dhabi Speech on Health Takaful - December 15, 2011 - PHM International, Inc.
RE/MAX Classic: New System Pinpoints Why Having a Public Open House to Sell a Home is Not a Good Idea
Recent studies show that when selling a home, whether you’re a realtor or an individual trying to sell your home on the open market, having an open house is the worse way to get it sold. According to a national study conducted by NDP Group, an industry leader in consumer trends and market... - December 15, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic
Chicago Home Staging Company, Showhomes Naperville, Hires New General Manager, Marie Tilton
Chicago home staging company, Showhomes Naperville, recently hired Marie Tilton as the company’s new General Manager. Tilton will be providing home staging and management services to realtors and individuals who own vacant real estate. - December 14, 2011 - Showhomes Naperville
Barb Woods Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
Barb Woods, Broker with Crowne Realty, has earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. Barb offers Sellers the choice of a flat fee or reduced commission full service listing, allowing sellers to maximize the return on their property investment. - December 07, 2011 - Barb Woods, Realtor Crowne Realty
Element Apartments Raises More Than $4,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ®
Element Apartments announced today that their second fundraising event raised more than $4,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, one of the world’s premier centers for research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other deadly diseases. “Thanks to our attendees, we... - December 02, 2011 - Greystar
Nick Aalerud of AA Real Estate Enterprises Named Among "Top 10 Real Estate Professionals in Real Estate Deals Magazine"
This year, Nick Aalerud of AA Real Estate Enterprises, LLC was honored by a panel of local real estate investors. He was awarded a spot on the "Top 10 Real Estate Professionals of New Hampshire" in a Local Real Estate Deals Magazine. "Your nomination and selection to the Top 10 Real... - November 30, 2011 - AA Real Estate Partners
BNP Paribas Real Estate Research for Q3 Shows Highest Quarterly Industrial Take Up in UK Since 2009
Take-up in the logistics and industrial sectors across the UK totalled 10.39 million sq ft in the third quarter of 2011 according to BNP Paribas Real Estate, the highest take up figure since Q3 2009. Kevin Mofid, logistics analyst at BNP Paribas Real Estate said: “Take up for 2011, to the... - November 26, 2011 - BNP Paribas Real Estate
PropertyShark.com Releases Third Quarter 2011 Multifamily Investment Property Report
PropertyShark.com, the premier property search website, today released its quarterly investment property report covering multifamily property sales in New York City for the third quarter of 2011. Key High-Level Findings: · Dollar volume sees best quarter in four years – multifamily... - November 23, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Brand New Site Launched by Buying Investment Property Tips Offering Free and Unique Ways to Get Into the Market
Getting into the market just got easy with researched buying investment property tips. - November 23, 2011 - Buying Investment Property Tips
New York City Foreclosures Decline for the Fifth Consecutive Month in October 2011
PropertyShark.com, the premier property search website, released its monthly report covering new scheduled foreclosure auctions in New York City for October 2011. Key Report Findings • New scheduled foreclosure auctions decreased 6% in October 2011 compared to the previous month and dropped... - November 22, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Children with Autism Helped by New Adaptive Furniture Options from Comfy Sacks
Parents know that their home presents some real practical challenges for their autistic children. But investing in the right furniture, like the foam-filled chairs and loungers from Comfy Sacks, can make all the difference. - November 19, 2011 - Comfy Sacks
Giving Back on Thanksgiving – Third Annual Thanksgiving Brigade
VIP Realty Platinum needs your help to meet their 2011 Thanksgiving Brigade goal. Ridge says “We have a goal of serving 75 of the cities neediest and it is time to step up and be part of the solution.” - November 17, 2011 - VIP Realty Platinum
Hospitals in Emerging Markets
Hospitals in Emerging Markets is 4th in PHM Brief in Global Explosion in Emerging Markets Healthcare series. - November 16, 2011 - PHM International, Inc.
Family-Owned Bowling Center to Remain the Heart of the Devon Community with Extensive Renovations and Professional Management
Whether you’re looking for a place with a family fun-filled atmosphere or a place that caters to your every need, the owners of a local bowling center say you can experience all of that and more now, that the business has been fully renovated and professional management is in... - November 16, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic
BNP Paribas Real Estate Advises LaSalle in Sale of Frimley Business Park to Investream in Partnership with Angelo, Gordon & Co for £15 Million
LaSalle Investment Management (‘LaSalle’) advised by BNP Paribas Real Estate, has completed the sale of Frimley Business Park in Surrey to Investream in partnership with Angelo, Gordon & Co for £15 million. Frimley Business Park, founded in the late 1980s by Arlington, is... - November 16, 2011 - BNP Paribas Real Estate
PharmaJet Receives Grand Challenges Explorations Funding
PharmaJet Inc. announced today that it will receive funding through Grand Challenges Explorations, an initiative created by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation that enables researchers worldwide to pursue innovations that address persistent health and development challenges. Dr. Linda... - November 16, 2011 - PharmaJet, Inc.
Seller of Real Estate Advocate Named President of RE/MAX Short Sale Division
If you’re one of the thousands of homeowners struggling with their mortgage and can no longer afford your payments, help is on the way, now that RE/MAX Classic has added a Distressed Real Estate Division to be headed by successful local realtor Brett Furman. The division was created to help... - November 12, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic
Guardian Capital Advisors, LLC Sponsors Artspace Collectors Gala and 25th Anniversary Celebration
Sponsorship of Local Financial Advisory Firm to Benefit Artists, Educational Programming and Community Outreach - November 11, 2011 - Guardian Capital Advisors
Sawgrass Cove Apartments Under New Ownership
Sawgrass Cove Apartments, a 336-unit community located in Bradenton, Florida, was recently acquired by Atlas Real Estate Partners and Andover Real Estate Partners. The acquisition represents the first formal partnership between Atlas and Andover. The two firms will work together to grow their... - November 10, 2011 - Greystar
The International MLS Introduces Its Free to List Commission Share Platform
Ability for All USA Agents and Brokers to Add Properties on The IMLS with Its Free to List Commission Share Platform - November 04, 2011 - The International MLS [IMLS]
Simple Seller Financing Program Makes Owning Vacation Land a No-Brainer
Doug Wagner Real Estate helps landowners realize vacation property dreams with new financing program for as little as $150/month. - November 02, 2011 - Doug Wagner Real Estate
Green Key Global Invited to Speak at Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference
Green Key Global, the leading green hotel certification program in the world, was invited to participate in the 3rd Annual Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference in Orlando, FL next week. Tony Pollard, Managing Director of Green Key, will contribute to a panel discussion titled “The World... - November 02, 2011 - Green Key Global
Naperville Home Staging Company Announces Increase in Home Sales for Chicago Realtors
Chicago home staging company, Showhomes Naperville, announces Chicago realtors have seen increases in sale times and selling prices with the use of home staging for vacant homes. - October 30, 2011 - Showhomes Naperville
New Ozsubasi Homes Project for 2012 – Apartments in Altinkum, Didim, Turkey
Affordable residential and holiday homes for completion May 2012 on the sunny Aegean coast of south west Turkey. - October 27, 2011 - Ozsubasi Homes Ltd
MotivatedRealEstateLeads.com Launches New Automated Referral System, Streamlining the Process and Giving Real Estate Agents What They Want, Only Charging for Closed Leads
Real estate lead generation company launches an innovated solution for real estate agents, only charging them after closed transactions. - October 27, 2011 - MotivatedRealEstateLeads.com
Warning - Wanting to Sell or Buy Real Estate in Difficult Economic Times Requires a New Kind of Real Estate Agent to Get Results
The principles of Prime 220 Realty announcing the launch of their “Mobile Agent Technology” powered by MyDocuCenter: Their objective is helping real estate agents to sell more real estate and utilizing technology for the benefit of real estate sellers and buyers. The Maricopa County... - October 26, 2011 - Prime 220 Realty
One in Five UK Commercial Buildings Could Become "Unlettable" Under New Government Proposals
Under legislative proposals put forward by the new Energy Bill: Private Rented Sector Regulations 2011, landlords will be unable to let non-residential buildings with an EPC rating of F or G from April 2018. Mat Lown, Sustainability Partner at Tuffin Ferraby Taylor (TFT), says: “The... - October 26, 2011 - Tuffin Ferraby Taylor